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P114 OBY

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,886 mi
Last recorded43,886 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP114 OBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2022 43,886 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 43,795 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 43,791 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front leaver (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2019 41,844 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 36,816 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 34,530 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive shock mount (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 22,264 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 33,347 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 32,138 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 32,138 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2013 31,390 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 30,247 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2011 29,164 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2010 28,267 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 27,038 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 25,607 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 31 May 2008 25,607 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2007 24,408 miles

Exhaust is too close to swing arm.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 21,916 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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P114 OBY is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,237 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P114 OBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P114 OBY registered?

P114 OBY is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P114 OBY safe to buy?

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